Design Drafter IV

Job title: Design Drafter IV

Location: Fort Worht, TX (Onsite)

Duration: 9 months on W2 Contract

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Drafter responsibilities include gathering drawings and specifications, calculating material and equipment requirements and setting up production methods. Responsible for drafting duties on multiple projects and will be capable of all phases of a drafting project including research, support, implementing designs as directed by engineers, redline updates, and other duties as assigned.

CAD Software: CREO and Solid Works (Must have)

Minimum experience: 5 years

Primary Responsibilities:

• Liaise with architects and engineers to gather product and structural requirements and designs
• Calculate dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in materials
• Describe production methods step-by-step (including equipment and software types to be used)
• Create detailed designs with computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Design diagrams, maps and layouts to illustrate workflow
• Prepare and review rough sketches and review them along with the engineering team
• Identify potential operational issues and redesign products to improve functionality
• Ensure final designs comply with regulations and quality standards
• Create manuals that describe existing products' operation, features and maintenance

Qualifications:

• Technical Degree or certification from American Design Drafting Association (ADDA)
• Proven work experience as a Drafter or similar role
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools.